“Thirteen break-ins since we started”

Reykjavik's Tónastöðin, a respected musical instrument store, is facing a relentless wave of crime, having endured its thirteenth break-in since its establishment in 1987. The latest incident saw thieves make off with a single acoustic guitar, valued at around 125,200 Icelandic króna, after smashing their way through the store's entrance. This repeated targeting has left the owner, Andrés Helgason, deeply frustrated.

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Thieves apparently can't wait for us to open, but we would appreciate it if people showed patience next time.

Helgason wryly commented on the situation, suggesting that the frequent break-ins might be seen as a peculiar form of quality endorsement for their merchandise. However, his tone belies a serious concern about the escalating crime rate. Reports from a repairman indicate that approximately ten burglaries have occurred across the capital area in the past week alone, highlighting that Tónastöðin's plight is not an isolated one but part of a worrying pattern.

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This is becoming thirteen break-ins since we started.

This surge in criminal activity has led to calls for increased police presence and resources. Helgason echoed sentiments heard elsewhere, stating that there is a clear shortage of police personnel and a need for greater surveillance in the city. The repeated victimization of his business, and the broader trend affecting Reykjavik, underscores a growing public concern about safety and security within the capital.

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We probably have such good products, it must be a certain quality stamp to be subjected to such frequent break-ins.